Import Logistics Manager Salary in California

How much does an Import Logistics Manager make in California?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Import Logistics Manager in California is $115,900 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $56.

However, an Import Logistics Manager's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $133,858
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $105,800 to $125,300
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $96,604
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Import Logistics Manager Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $125,300 $10,442 $2,410 $60
Average $115,900 $9,658 $2,229 $56
25th Percentile $105,800 $8,817 $2,035 $51
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Key Factors That Influence Import Logistics Manager Salaries

An Import Logistics Manager's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Import Logistics Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Import Logistics Manager's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $112,111
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $112,555
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $114,037
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $115,815
  • Expert (over 8 years): $118,222
Levels Salary
Entry Level Import Logistics Manager$112,111
Intermediate Level Import Logistics Manager$112,555
Senior Level Import Logistics Manager$114,037
Specialist Level Import Logistics Manager$115,815
Expert Level Import Logistics Manager$118,222
$112,111 0 yr
$112,555 < 2 yrs
$114,037 2-4 yrs
$115,815 5-8 yrs
$118,222 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Import Logistics Managers

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • Los Angeles: $116,100
  • West Hollywood: $116,000
  • Dodgertown: $116,100

Import Logistics Manager Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Import Logistics Manager salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $129,743. While startup companies pay approximate $109,760.

Import Logistics Manager Salary by Company Size

Company Size Employees Average Salary
Startup1~50$109,760
Growth Stage51~500$116,084
Established501~5000$125,290
Enterprise5000+$129,743

Import Logistics Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Import Logistics Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 63% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Energy & Utilities and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Import Logistics Manager positions in Transportation or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Import Logistics Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Import Logistics Manager

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Energy & Utilities$150,670$72.030%
Biotechnology$139,080$67.020%
Pharmaceuticals$139,080$67.020%
Aerospace & Defense$133,285$64.015%
Software & Networking$133,285$64.015%

Import Logistics Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Import Logistics Manager's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

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